Asters are flowering plants from the Asteraceae family that are usually planted in the garden in the spring and will bloom in the fall. Aster in Greek means star. They are native to daisies and are notable for their starburst arrangement of beautiful bright petals, that surround a yellow center. Aster flowers are small but they are numerous, giving the plants the look of being nothing but bright color when they bloom. Cute asters grow on a woody stem or stalk, that forms the taller bushes and gives them the extra support they need so much. Asters also provide nectar for many different butterflies and moths and provide important late-season nectar for monarch butterflies after their migration from the north. A cute custom progress bar for YouTube with Smiling Aster Flower.